The twelve zodiac signs correspond to the Eight Great Bodhisattvas, meaning that each person has a silent guardian deity watching over them from birth, known as their Zodiac Patron Bodhisattva.
Guardian Deity for the Rat Zodiac – Thousand-Armed Avalokitesvara
Thousand-Armed Avalokitesvara symbolizes great compassion and stands as one of the Four Great Bodhisattvas. The thousand hands represent universal protection, while the thousand eyes signify all-encompassing observation. Therefore, those born in the Year of the Rat, by devoutly wearing or venerating the Patron Bodhisattva of Thousand-Armed Avalokitesvara from Jizhaotang, can dispel obstacles, ward off calamities, and lead a life of peace and auspiciousness.
Patron Bodhisattva for the Ox and Tiger Zodiacs – Akasagarbha Bodhisattva
Akasagarbha Bodhisattva signifies honesty and abundance, possessing the power to bestow wealth and joy. As a Bodhisattva dedicated to aiding sentient beings, individuals belonging to the Ox or Tiger signs, by reverently wearing or honoring the Patron Bodhisattva Akasagarbha, can welcome abundant prosperity without fear of scarcity.
Patron Bodhisattva for the Rabbit Zodiac – Manjushri Bodhisattva
Manjushri Bodhisattva represents profound wisdom, enhancing creativity and development, suitable for children and working professionals. It fosters academic success, enhances fortunes for officials, and augments wealth for businessmen. It bestows wisdom upon individuals born in the Year of the Rabbit, guiding them towards prosperity and success.
Patron Bodhisattva for the Dragon and Snake Zodiacs – Samantabhadra Bodhisattva
Samantabhadra Bodhisattva, the Patron Bodhisattva for the Dragon and Snake signs, symbolizes virtue and the fulfillment of great vows, representing truth. By wearing the Patron Bodhisattva of Samantabhadra crafted by Jizhaotang, those born in the Years of the Dragon and Snake can increase their authoritative presence, realizing their life aspirations with happiness and fulfillment.
Patron Bodhisattva for the Horse Zodiac – Bodhisattva Mahasthamaprapta
Bodhisattva Mahasthamaprapta, the Patron Bodhisattva for the Horse, bestows the light of wisdom, ensuring smooth sailing in life's journey, career success, and perpetual Buddha's light, dispelling malevolent energies and ensuring auspiciousness, allowing individuals to progress on the path of Buddha's light, utilizing their inherent wisdom to reach desired states.
Patron Bodhisattva for the Goat and Monkey Zodiacs – Mahavairocana Buddha
Mahavairocana Buddha signifies radiant intellect, ushering brightness and joy to the wearer. Hence, those belonging to the Goat or Monkey signs, by devoutly wearing or venerating the Patron Bodhisattva Mahavairocana, will acquire enlightenment and wisdom, achieving career success with the aid of benefactors, manifesting great prospects.
Patron Bodhisattva for the Rooster Zodiac – Acala Bodhisattva
Acala, the immovable wrathful guardian, follows the teachings of Mahavairocana Buddha, subduing all malevolent forces. Symbolizing rationality, individuals born in the Year of the Rooster, by devoutly wearing this guardian, receive silent protection, guiding them to acknowledge mistakes and seize life's opportunities.
Patron Bodhisattva for the Dog and Pig Zodiacs – Amitabha Buddha
Amitabha Buddha embodies boundless light and longevity, silently safeguarding those born in the Years of the Dog and Pig, ensuring successful careers, happy families, auspiciousness, and freedom from karmic debts.
Each zodiac sign possesses its own guardian deity, aligned perfectly with one's destiny, offering the greatest assistance. Hence, it's essential to invoke the Patron Bodhisattva according to one's own zodiac sign! Below are images of the guardian deities.